Do Australian drivers need to take a new road test?

No — Australia is a Geneva 1949 signatory, direct conversion applies.

Is a translation required?

No — Australia licenses are already in English.

How long does it take?

DLT 1 days + translation/embassy 1-2 days = 2-5 working days total.

Can I use my IDP from Australia?

IDP allows temporary 1-year driving, but for permanent residents we recommend the Thai 5-year license.

Driving License · Australia

🇦🇺Convert Australian License → Thai 5-Year License

Australian licenses (all states NSW/VIC/QLD/WA) are in English — no translation needed. Australian Embassy South Sathorn issues Statutory Declaration. Geneva 1949 direct conversion.

AI Quick Answer

How long does the Australian license conversion take?

Australian drivers can convert to a Thai DLT 5-year license in 2-4 working days. No road test required · no translation needed (English) · NYC service THB 4,500 + DLT fee THB 605 · NYC has processed 8,000+ cases.

DLT

Translation

Road test

Service

THB 4.5k

Call +66 92-242-9293 LINE @nyc-notary

Specific notes for Australian drivers

Statutory Declaration AUD 32. NYC handles appointment + DLT in 2 days.

Key Facts

Nationality	🇦🇺 Australia (Australian)
Convention	Geneva 1949
Direct conversion	✅ Yes — no road test
Translation required	No (English license)
Embassy verification	Yes
DLT processing	1 working days
DLT fee	THB 605 (5-year smart card)
NYC service fee	THB 4,500 (full handling)
IDP accepted	✅ Temporary 1-year use